Monday, 17 April 2017

18 Things Before 18

Currently, it is 22:30 on Thursday 13th and I am bundled up in bed
with a runny nose, feeling sorry for myself as I will be working over the 4 day
Easter weekend. Since I am unable to sleep, I have pulled out my laptop and
started writing. In 8 months, I will be turning 18 which means I will
officially be an adult and I have compiled a list of a few things I would like
to achieve by 26/12/17.

1. Pass my driving test:I had my first driving lesson on December 28th last year, two days
after turning 17 and in a few weeks, I will be taking my test. I want to pass
my test before June 30th as that is my last day at sixth form before the summer
break.

2. Go to Reading Festival:Since I was 16 and in high school, I have wanted to go to Reading
Festival and this year is the year. I am going the entire weekend with a small
group of my close friends and of course, I will be documenting my
experience.

3. Dye my hair:I feel like I have been saying
this for years but I have dark brown hair and for the longest time, I have
wanted to dye it jet black. 2017 IS THE YEAR!

4. Get a car:This goes hand in hand with number 1. Once I pass my test, I will
probably be eager to get on the road with my pink license at hand.

5. Get a new piercing:Every year since 2011, aside from 2012, I have got a new piercing.
Currently, I have 7 piercings and would some day like to have 10. I am
undecided as to whether to get a navel piercing or a third lobe in my right ear
to match the left.

6. Meet another internet friend:Over the years, I have made quite a few friends online from all over the world. I have met a few of them in the past year and
this year, I would like to meet another.

7. Join the gym:I went for a day trial at 'The Gym' in Bedford and I have decided that once exams are over, I am going to
upgrade my membership, go at least twice a week and start being more
active.

8. Explore a new city:In October, I am planning a trip to Edinburgh. Providing
everything goes to plan, I will finally get to explore more of Scotland.

9. Buy a designer purse:Recently, my 5 year old Primark purse gave in and the clasp broke
which means I am now unable to close it. Instead of buying a cheap on to
replace it, I am currently saving to make my first designer purchase at the end
of the year. Justified as a eighteenth birthday treat to myself.

10. Go camping:I have always wanted to go
camping and in August, I will be camping for 5 days at Reading.

11. Say "Yes" to something that scares you:I have a massive fear of heights and often avoid rollercoasters or
any rides above house height. This should be interesting.

12. Apply to university:In September, I will be entering my final year of compulsory
education and applying to university somewhere up north.

13. Take a social media detox: I
have wanted to do this for a while and have even contemplated deleting all my
social media accounts at some point. I need to learn to appreciate the world
that's not on the internet.

14. Get drunk:I am not one to drink to get
drunk but everyone has to experience a regretful hangover at least once, right?

15. Get contact lenses: I have
already had a contact lenses assessment at Specsavers but it has been 2 months
and I still haven't bothered to book a teach me session.

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16. Go to a blogger event:Providing I get invited to one

17. Go to a throwback concert:If the rumours are true and N-Dubz get back together, I am
expecting a reunion tour.

18. Visit the Saatchi gallery:I love galleries and the
Saatchi in London is another that has been on my list for a while that I am yet
to visit.